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WSP

Underwater Inspector/Diver

Greenville, SC

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Underwater Inspector/Diver for a new ... Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic ...

WSP

Underwater Inspector/Diver

Greenville, SC · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Underwater Inspector/Diver for a new ... Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic ...

Leidos

Diver - Antarctic Program

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Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical ... Rescue diver training required. You May Also Have: * Experience in high latitude or polar waters ...

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Bridge Inspection Diver

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$93.60K - $124.80K/yr

You will have the opportunity to combine technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork to assess and ... As our new Bridge Inspection Diver , you will play an important role on a team whose work is ...

GEI Consultants

Diver / Senior Technician

Bloomfield, NJ · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Experience preparing field reports and other technical documents. * Excellent verbal and written ... ADCI Air Diver * Diving Physical within 12 months Preferred Qualifications * FHWA-NHI Underwater ...

GEI Consultants

Diver / Senior Technician

Newport, RI · Hybrid

$40 - $50/hr

Experience preparing field reports and other technical documents. * Excellent verbal and written ... ADCI Air Diver * Diving Physical within 12 months Preferred Qualifications * FHWA-NHI Underwater ...

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Underwater Inspector/Diver

Underwater Inspector/Diver

WSP

Greenville, SC

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

WSP rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 57 rated business consultants

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Underwater Inspector/Diver for a new office location in Greenville, SC opening in 2025. Be part of a growing dive team at a top-ranked international engineering firm with unrivaled opportunities for growth and advancement. Work alongside experienced professionals on exciting projects and become part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges!

Your Impact

  • Use relevant work experience and training to perform various underwater tasks.
  • Setup and breakdown dive station onsite at project locations.
  • Conduct detailed assessments of underwater structures alongside experienced divers.
  • Draft inspection reports to clearly convey inspection findings to client.
  • Perform routine maintenance of dive equipment.
  • Assist diving supervisors with preparation and planning of underwater assessments and training.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • ADCI Commercial Diver Certification
  • 1-5 years of relevant experience
  • FHWA-NHI-130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection
  • Certified Kirby Morgan Hat Technician
  • Ability to pass USDOT physical 
  • Ability to pass ADCI medical examination
  • Valid state driver's license.
  • Physically capable of performing field work; including working in inclement weather, climbing slopes and ladders, carrying gear (up to 75 lbs), operating small boats, and using hand and power tools, etc.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others.
  • Capable of self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Frequent overnight travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements and project location.
  • Selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree.
  • Certified Guardian Full Face Mask Technician
  • PSI-PCI Technician
  • USDOT physical 
  • TWIC
  • FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
  • FHWA-NHI-130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training
  • FHWA-NHI-135047 Stream Stability and Scour at Highway Bridges for Bridge Inspectors
  • Diving Medical Technician (DMT)
  • Proficient in AASHTOWare Bridge Management (BrM)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • ADCI Air Diver or Air-Diving Supervisor

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 

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